How Long to Read Selected Poems of Francis Thompson

How Long Does it Take to Read Selected Poems of Francis Thompson?

It takes the average reader 2 hours and 44 minutes to read Selected Poems of Francis Thompson by Francis Thompson

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

“Selected Poems of Francis Thompson” is a fantastic collection of some of Francis Thompson's best poetry, together with introductory notes as well as a chapter from Benjamin Franklin Fisher's “Francis Thompson, Essays” (1917). Contents include: “Poems on Children”, “From Sister Songs”, “Love in Dian's Lap”, and “Miscellaneous Poems”. Francis Thompson (1859–1907) was an English mystic and poet. Thompson went to medical school when he was 18, but left home at the age of 26 to pursue a life of writing. He was homeless for three years, becoming an opium addict and supporting himself through whatever means available. A married couple read his poetry and took him into their home 1888, and in 1893 he published his first book, “Poems”. Other notable works by this author include: “The Poppy” (1893), “Sister Songs” (1895), and “Shelley” (1909). A fantastic collection of poetry will appeal to all lovers of the form and is not to be missed by those who have read and enjoyed other work by Thompson. This classic work is being republished now in a new edition with specially curated introductory material.

How long is Selected Poems of Francis Thompson?

Selected Poems of Francis Thompson by Francis Thompson is 163 pages long, and a total of 41,239 words.

This makes it 55% the length of the average book. It also has 50% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Selected Poems of Francis Thompson Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 3 hours and 45 minutes to read Selected Poems of Francis Thompson aloud.

What Reading Level is Selected Poems of Francis Thompson?

Selected Poems of Francis Thompson is suitable for students ages 10 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

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